The microbes that live on or in your body make up your microbiome — what microbiologist Martin Blaser of the NYU School of Medicine defines as “all the organisms that call us home, that live in us and that interact with each other and with ourselves.” But just how many tiny inhabitants call our body home? The answer may surprise you. The Microbiome Numbers Don’t Lie So, as illustrated above, […]

The research is just a’flowin’ in. But basically most of it says: GMOs= bad. Organic= good. But with the price of produce as high as it is now, it’s difficult to rationalize buying organic when you don’t see any immediate side effects to eating that burrito-sized strawberry. Non-GMO treated foods are called organic, as they don’t use antibiotics, pesticides, or any chemicals in their compost. But again, they are rather […]

We’ve reached the middle of November meaning, someone, somewhere is playing Christmas music right now. And it’s time to bust out the extra warm coat, hats, and gloves. Winter is coming. No, really. Of course, cold weather means warmer clothes, more layers, and less airflow circulating around your skin. Which can lead to a host of issues caused by sweat, heat, and bad bacteria. Luckily, probiotics eaten, or applied topically […]

As we ring in the New Year, this re-posted blog seems especially important. So, in celebration of another year on Earth, remember that probiotics may help the aging body combat inflammation. We’ve discussed the benefits that pregnant women and their newborns may experience through probiotic supplementation. But have you ever wondered what these powerful microbes could do for the aging body? Well, we’ve done some research, and the short answer […]

It may look like ordinary, brown dirt but your soil is a complex ecosystem of predators and prey, otherwise known as the soil food web. So, when even one link in the soil system is missing it can impact the quality and fertility of soil. And you guessed it! At the top of this pyramid is bacteria and fungi which break down organic matter. The breakdown of this organic matter […]

The word probiotic means “for life” or “promoting life.” Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially your digestive system. And until recently we didn’t fully appreciate the broad range of benefits that probiotics can have on the human body. What Are Some Common Benefits of Probiotics? Some of the conditions for which probiotics are commonly used are: Irritable bowel syndrome Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) […]

Aquaculture- the rearing and harvesting of animals and plants in all types of water environments has grown in the last few decades. This is due to multiple factors; the increase in human population and its demand of animal proteins, an international dietary move toward more lean proteins, and overfishing of wildlife for human consumption.

As we age, we start to lose a lot of stuff: eyesight, height, agility…. It can be a little frustrating. But one of the most overwhelming things to lose is hair. Two thirds of men will suffer through some kind of hair loss while women make up 40% of the total amount of people balding each year in the US. Even though this can be a natural occurrence and not dangerous is […]

It’s quiet; it’s relaxing; it’s yours. Your quiet space is a place of harmony, where you can go to be yourself and be alone. But what if… you’re not actually alone? In your furniture, your clothing, even your favorite blanket, they’re everywhere…. bugs. Good bugs, bad bugs, the whole lot of them. They’re tiny. They’re dirty. They’re everywhere. We’re not talking about actual bugs, like ants or termites

A war has begun. Two sides- good and evil- fighting for power. These two opposing sides are fighting for one thing: your Kingdom- you. Whichever one wins will have complete control over your future. This is a Game of Microbes. Why are they fighting? Microbes are constantly fighting in your body. Just like in Westeros, your microbiome has plenty of different “houses” (or bacteria) fighting for control over the […]

Something sticky on the floor. Some type of dirt tracked through the entry way. A weird smell coming from the bathroom. It’s summertime and the kids are home– for a while. And they’re bringing their friends– dirt, mud, and germs. Yikes! It’s time to clean, kiddos! But what if we told you that the products you’re using to clean your house are doing more harm than good? Grime and Goo — […]